Hello! My name is Alexa and I'm pursuing my HBS in Biology with an emphasis in Genetics and Genomics and a minor in Chemistry. I'm also a TA in the biology department. After graduation, I hope to work towards my MS or Ph.D. to contribute to inheritable disease research or the pharmacogenomics field. I am originally from Southern California, but I moved to Utah, where snowboarding stole my heart. Besides studying and hitting the slopes, I love weightlifting, archery, kickboxing, and rooting for the Dodgers. If you ever see me around, say hi!

Hi there, I'm Anika! I'm from Peoria, Illinois, and I am currently a sophomore studying Neurobiology with minors in Global Health and Applied Ethics (with an emphasis in Bioethics). I participate in RNA research at the Bass lab on upper campus, which I joined through connections made in the SRI, but when I'm not studying or in the lab, I can usually be found in the gym, skiing, or playing guitar. After undergrad, I hope to get a PhD or PhD/MD in Bioethics and work closely with medical researchers.

Hello! My name is Brian and I'm from southern California. I'm currently majoring in Biology with an Anatomy emphasis and a Chemistry minor with dreams of going to medical school and becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon. Currently, I work as a restaurant server a couple days a week while focusing on school and my social life. I love be out in social settings, being active, and bringing communities together to achieve a greater purpose.

Hi there! My name is Caroline Keller, and I am from Millcreek, Utah. Here at the U, I am a sophomore pursuing a Biology degree with an emphasis in Genetics. After I earn my undergraduate degree, I plan to attend grad school to get a PhD. I am very passionate about research and my dream job is to open a lab of my own one day! I am very fortunate to do research at the Phadnis lab, where I study the hybrid incompatibility system of Drosophila pseudoobscura with the goal of locating and characterizing more genes that cause hybrid male sterility. I also love teaching and work as a TA for the introductory biology labs. Outside of the College of Science, you can find me on the mountain skiing, at a workout class, or participating in greek life events with my sorority sisters.

Hi! I'm Dua and I'm a born and raised Utahn from Draper. I am majoring in Honors Physics on the biomedical emphasis, and currently conducting neuroscience research at the Caron Lab. During my undergraduate years here at the U, I intend to tie my education and research together towards an MD/PhD, in order to specialize in neurology. Along with the sciences, I love the arts, especially film and photography. So if you don't see me in the lab, you'll most likely see me making something with a camera!

Hey! My name is Evan and I am from Bountiful Utah. I'm a senior this year, majoring in Biology with an emphasis in Anatomy and Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. My life long goal has been to attend medical school, and hopefully specialize in non-operative orthopedics/sports medicine. Other than being a College of Science Ambassador, on campus I am also involved in Greek Life, being a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, and as a student leader with the Bennion Center. I am also a Teaching Assistant for Organic Chemistry, which has been my favorite undergraduate class by far! Recently, I was lucky enough to begin working as a research assistant at the Huntsman Cancer Institute with the Ullman Lab, which specializes in studying cell division. In my free time I love to golf, workout, binge watch Netflix, and do just about anything outdoors.

Hello! My name is Inez Scott. I'm originally from Springville, Utah! I am a Junior here at the U majoring in Neurobiology and minoring in Chemistry. I plan on attending medical school after I finish my undergrad. I would love to work in women's health, maybe as an OB-GYN, but I'm still exploring! Outside of school, I love doing anything outside but especially skiing!! I also love meeting new people, so if you see me on campus definitely come say hi and we can go get some food or something. 🙂

Hi, I'm Manny! I am a second-year student double-majoring in Mathematics with an emphasis in Statistics and Spanish and double minoring in Computer Science and Latin American Studies. I'm from Logan - Utah, but I spent most of my childhood in Mexico. Other than working with the College of Science, I also work as a University Ambassador for the Office of Admissions. I rarely have any free time, but when I do, I love spending time cooking and sculpting. If you ever see me walking around alone or giving a tour, don't be afraid to say hi!

Hi! I'm Michelle and I'm from Denver, Colorado! As of Fall 2022 I will be going into my third year here at the U studying Biology with an Anatomy and Physiology emphasis and a Pediatric Clinical Research minor. After graduating, I hope to pursue an MD or MD-PhD. I am currently involved in research in the Yamaguchi biology lab where we study the neural basis of behavior using African clawed frogs and I am also a Resident Advisor in on-campus housing. When I have free time I enjoy dancing, painting, and going to the movie theaters.

My name is Riley Murray, and I'm a Computational Physics and Linguistics double-major! I like a good challenge, and I love to learn new things from the people around me. My two disciplines have allowed me to explore interesting intersections between the sciences and the humanities, which have really rounded out my education as a scientist. As an Idaho native transplanted in Utah, I love the outdoors-- hiking, rock climbing, snowboarding, you name it! I also enjoy learning languages (I've got Japanese, French, and some Scots Gaelic now) and playing guitar, ukulele, and piano. One of my biggest goals in life is to see as much of the world as possible, and to make friends all over it!

Hi everyone! My name is Sahar, and I am a junior majoring in biology and business administration. In the future, I plan on pursuing an MD/PhD degree. I was born and raised in Sugarhouse, but my family is originally from Afghanistan. I hope to one day return to Afghanistan and provide medical care and resources. In my free time, I like to hang out with family and friends, hike, and online shop. Go Utes!

Hi! My name is Sawyer Brown and I'm from Salt Lake City, UT. I am currently in my first year pursuing a degree in both Astrophysics and Computer Science. I hope to use my degrees to study particle physics and quantum mechanics, and maybe do some work in the educational sector. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, listening to music, being outside, reading, and watching movies.

Hi! I'm Sydney and I am going into my third year at the University of Utah in the Fall of 2021. My major is chemistry with a biological emphasis and I hope to go to medical school after completing my undergraduate degree. I've been so lucky to be a part of the Velayutham Lab in the Department of Nutrition, studying the dietary effect of blueberries on the cardiovascular health of mice and the gut microbiome. Outside of College of Science Ambassadors, I work with the Union Programming Council and I am a teaching assistant for the Biology 1615 lab. In my free time I love to go snowboarding, climb at the summit, and paint.

My name is Tayla. I am in my third year pursuing a Biology degree with a Neurobiology Emphasis and minors in Chemistry and Pediatric Clinical Research. I was born and raised in Utah and am originally from Herriman, Utah. After my undergrad, I hope to be accepted into medical school or PA school. Outside the College of Science, I'm involved with the Bennion Center (community engagement and volunteer center), and currently, I am a University Ambassador where I give campus tours. During my free time, I enjoy long-distance running, hiking, weightlifting, going to sporting events, and anything outside.

Hi friends!! My name is Alex Lockrey, but most people just call me Alley. I am an out-of-state student from California. I am in my sophomore year at the University of Utah studying Biochemistry with hopes of going to Medical School someday. I am minoring in Pediatric research. I have enjoyed many activities so far at the U, but a few of my favorites include cancer research up at the Huntsman, Student-lead STEM tutoring, and intramural volleyball. In my free time, I enjoy snowboarding, fishing, camping, hiking, and spending time with friends.

Hi people! My name is Arnel and I am from Salt Lake City. I am a first generation college student and American. My major is chemistry with an emphasis in biology and I am in the Honors College. It is currently my second year at the University of Utah, where I am a UROP Scholar Researcher at the Bischak Lab in the Department of Chemistry. I am currently investigating ion cooperativity in organic mixed conductors. I am also a Co-Founder and the Administrative Director of the "InfectED" club, where we aim to educate and inform underrepresented communities about infectious diseases. I plan on pursuing an MD-PhD program and my interests lie in cardiothoracic surgery.

Hi, I'm Brian! I am a senior majoring in physics and piano performance. I'm from Syracuse - Utah, not New York - and I love books, food, and board games. I play piano and cello, and between the two of my majors, I spend far more time locked alone in a practice room or laboratory than is healthy for any sane human being, but I also love being around friends and other people. I am a part of the U's Center for Acoustic Cooling Technology, and build and test thermoacoustic engines. Whether you see me walking around with or without the bow tie, come say hello!

Hello! My name is Carson Sautter and I am a Sophomore working towards a B.S. in Biology with an Anatomy and Physiology emphasis along with a minor in Chemistry. I currently work at the University of Utah hospital as a CNA on the Pre-Medical track. Although I'm originally from the Bay Area, I have lived in Utah for the past 5 years and I have loved living close to the mountains, staying busy with hiking during the summer, and skiing during the winter. If you see me in the gym or on the mountain, come say hi!

Hey there! My name is Ella and I am in my senior year at the University of Utah. I am a Chemistry major with a double emphasis in Materials Science and Engineering as well as Biology. Once I graduate with my HBS, I would like to attend graduate school, possibly out of the country if I can swing that. I tend to spend my infrequent free time training on the aerial hoop, going down Googling rabbit holes about random science facts, or trying to catch up on reading all of the classics I missed by not taking AP Lit. If you see me around campus, feel free to ask me questions about chemistry or just say hello!

Hi! My name is Hanna Pucheu-Okamura. I come from a Mexican-Dominican background with French and Japanese descent. I'm going to be a third-year student in Fall 2022 pursuing an Applied Mathematics major with a Cognitive Science minor. I am also a learning assistant for physics. In the future, I hope to do research and work with institutions such as health and medicine and education, in order to benefit them and the minorities who struggle in the community. In my free time I like to travel, go out bachata dancing, perform pretend concerts alone in my car, and visit friends and family back home. I am so excited to be a College of Science Ambassador!

Hi! My name is Josh and I'm currently a sophomore pursuing an Honors B.S. in Neurobiology and Psychology, while minoring in Cognitive Science and Chemistry. I hope to be accepted into a medical school upon graduation and pursue a career in medicine. I currently do research with Dr. Christopher Depner investigating how insufficient sleep and circadian disruption contribute to risk of metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes, with the long-term goal of developing sleep and circadian based interventions that improve metabolic health. I also work as an Endoscopy Technician in the U of U Hospital assisting doctors in various endoscopic procedures. In my spare time, I enjoy rock climbing, hiking, weightlifting, and spending time with family and friends!

Hey! I'm Marcus Tanner, and I'm from Draper, Utah. I'm currently a sophomore at the U majoring in Physics with an emphasis in Astronomy/Astrophysics, and am also a mentor in the Physics Department's new PANDA Network program. If I'm not hiking out in the boonies, you'll probably find me playing guitar or buried in a book of some sort. After I graduate, I want to go to grad school and work with NASA on their New Frontiers program. Don't be afraid to say hi if you spot me on campus!

Howdy! My name is Nash Ward, I'm an nth year math and physics double major here at the U! You can always find me doing something winter related whether it's sea ice research or sending down the slopes! I'm hoping to get a PhD after I graduate and maybe one day looking down at earth through a small window in space. If you see me on campus make sure to say hi!

Hello Everyone!! My name is Ritu Shah and I’m a senior originally from San Diego, California studying Biology with an emphasis in Anatomy and Physiology with a minor in Strategic Communications on Pre-Physical Therapy track. I love being involved in all aspects of campus ranging from research, Greek life, university ambassadors and of course science ambassadors! I can’t wait to share my love of science with all of you!

Hi! My name is Sam Nestel and I am from Ogden, Utah. Here at the U, I am pursuing a Biology major with a possible minor in disability studies, math, or political science. After getting my degree, I want to go on to medical school to become a physician specializing in women’s health. I have loved many of my experiences here at the COS but my favorite has been participating as an undergraduate biology researcher studying metabolic phenotypic plasticity in nematodes. Outside of school I enjoy doing musical theatre, playing with cats, being outdoors, and meeting new people.

Hi! My name is Shaya and I'm a junior pursuing a B.S in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. I hope to get into Dental school after my undergrad and pursue a career in OMFS. I am a Chemistry LA here at the U. Off campus, I work as a dental assistant and volunteer as a Farsi translator at Maliheh Free Clinic. In my free time, I love hiking, weightlifting, and trading stocks!

Hi, my name is Sydney, and I am originally from Twin Falls, ID. I am a second-year student pursuing an honors degree in Biology with an emphasis in Neurobiology and a minor in Biomedical Engineering. I am currently studying the evolution of neural circuits in Drosophila fruit flies in an SRI stream. After completing my undergrad, I plan on pursuing an MD/PhD and eventually working in neural rehab and prosthetics. Outside of school, I enjoy rock climbing, weight-lifting, kayaking, and really anything outdoorsy.

Hi! My name is Alice and I’m from Northern California. I’m a senior at the U double majoring in Biochemistry and International Studies, with a minor in Chinese. Currently I work as an undergraduate researcher in the Puri Lab where we study how bacteria interact with the environment and each other, and how bacteria produce anti-fungal and antibiotic compounds. Outside of school and research, I love hiking, skiing, rock climbing, and volunteering with the American Chemical Society.

Hi! I'm Ava, and I'm from Boise, Idaho! I am pursuing a biochemistry major with a minor in psychology through the Honors College. I hope to continue on to an MD-PhD degree, specializing in infectious disease research and treatment. I currently serve as the Chair-Elect of the Honors Student Advisory Committee, and I conduct research as part of Dr. Ming Hammond's biological chemistry lab. I love practicing and teaching yoga, skiing, going on long drives, and getting to know new friends!

Hi everyone! My name is Brian and I am from Nampa, Idaho. I am a second year studying biochemistry here at the U. My hope is to go to medical school after I finish at the U. Outside of studying, I have worked as an LA for the Math department, worked for the Union Programming Council as an Associate Director, volunteered at the Feed U Pantry, and will be an orientation leader for the upcoming summer. In my free time I love weightlifting, playing basketball, and cooking.

Hi, I'm Chloe! I'm from Colorado Springs, CO, and I'm a current junior majoring in Biology, emphasizing in Biochemistry, and Minoring in Biomedical Engineering. I am currently an undergraduate research assistant in the Bruce Edgar Lab, working with my post-doctoral mentor on the role of sphingolipid metabolism in regulating intestinal stem cell homeostasis. I also had the opportunity to work in the Maria Bettini lab to investigate insulin specific TCR functionality following tetramer stimulation in transduced T cells. I hope to continue on to grad school to obtain my PhD in molecular biology, and an MS in clinical investigation. In my free time I enjoy hiking, soccer, piano, and volleyball 🙂

Hello! My name is Emma Kerr and I am from Fruit Heights, Utah. I am pursuing a Math and Physics major here at the U seeking an emphasis on computation. I have loved my college experience thus far, and have especially loved my research in the Physics department studying spin dependent electronic processes. After obtaining my undergraduate degree, I hope to work towards a math Ph.D and become a professor and researcher. I love meeting new faces around campus, and when I'm not in school, I enjoy being in the outdoors.

Hi! I'm Hephzibah, and I am pursuing a Biochemistry major with a possible double major in Sociology, and an honors integrated health minor. After graduating, I hope to attend medical school and become a neonatal surgeon. I was born and raised in Pakistan, so I hope to give back to communities in South Asia that lack adequate medical care and resources. Currently, I am working as an undergraduate research assistant in Dr. Werner's Lab, studying phenotypic plasticity as a result of environmental factors experienced during development in nematodes. I also serve as the secretary of the Pakistani Student Association here at the U. In my free time, I enjoy watching crime documentaries, going on long drives, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.

Hello! My name is Maggie, I am double majoring in Biology and Spanish Language. I am a second year student from California and I plan to pursue an M.D. after undergraduate and eventually have a surgical practice. I recently returned from studying at the Utah Asia Campus and plan to return for research before medical school, as well as study abroad in other countries. I like to spend my free time hanging out with friends in some type of outdoor activity (snow sports, hiking, football games, etc.). If not outside, I am working out, listening to music, or doing homework, or some combination of it all. Don't forget to say hi when you see me around campus!

Hello, my name is Mary Schaelling. I am pursuing an undergraduate degree in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Nuclear Engineering where I can continue to immerse myself in my studies of all things nuclear. It is my goal to get a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, to one day work in the safety and security field for nuclear weapons and power sources. Outside of academics, I love attending concerts, meeting new people, and strolling through museums. I am thrilled to be a College of Science Ambassador, so please feel free to reach out or say hello if you see me on campus! I am here to help you find your place on campus, even if it isn't in the College of Science.

Hello! My name is Rachel and I am from Lehi, Utah. I am pursuing an honors double major in Biochemistry and Biomedical Physics with a minor in Math. This spring, I started as a research assistant in Dr. Minteer’s electrochemistry lab here at the U. I am currently working on a project to optimize deamination reaction cascades and I’m excited to learn more about electrochemistry and sustainability! After graduating, I plan to work towards an MD/PhD so I can continue in research while also working in the medical field. In my free time, I love to go on long runs, read, and spend time outdoors!

Hi, I’m Sahana. I’m a local Utahn from Sandy and am so excited to be attending the University of Utah. I’m a third-year student double majoring in Honors Mathematics and Computer Science. I am looking forward to combining the power of computing with the intricacies of mathematics. While I love all things STEM, I hope to use my knowledge to solve real life problems and bring social reform. My recent computer science research with Dr. Suresh and in conjunction with the ACLU of Utah does just that by using web scraping and data querying to understand trends and identify potential flaws in Utah’s county jails. In my free time, I enjoy performing and teaching Indian classical dance. I also love animals and can talk your ear off with different fun facts. If you ever see me around campus, please introduce yourself! I would be happy to help anyway I can-except with directions!

Hello! I'm Savannah Romney, and I am from Draper, Utah! I am pursuing a Biology and Applied Mathematics double-major. In the future, I plan on applying to medical school with aspirations of becoming an OB/GYN. I am in the ACCESS Scholars program and I conduct research in Professor Sandy Parkinson's genetics and molecular biology research lab. I love to play golf, hike, and spend time on the beach! I also enjoy reading, crocheting, and spending time with my friends and family.

Hi everyone! My name is Shaistah and I am from Sandy, Utah. I’m a third-year pursuing an honors double major in Health, Society, and Policy and Biology along with a minor in Chemistry. With my degrees, I aim to focus on both the humanities and scientific aspects of medicine and I plan to pursue medical school after graduating. In the future, I hope to volunteer my time as a physician serving the most vulnerable populations. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, bike riding, and spending time with friends and family.

Hi! My name is Tay and I moved to Utah from Castle Rock, Colorado about 5 years ago. I am double majoring in Physics & Biology and moving happily at my own pace while working full time in a medical manufacturing lab. I one day hope to pursue a graduate degree in neurobiology studying alternate treatment methods for mental disorders. In my free time I am almost always playing a video game - I frequent Animal Crossing and the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.